Staff has
prepared amendments to Rule 48 based on the December 1, 2009, amendments
made to the federal rules. The
amendment to Rule 48 adds a provision similar to that in
corresponding N.D.R.Crim.P. 31(d) that allows a court to poll the jury individually on its
own and requires a poll at a party's request.

The proposed amendments to Rule 48 are attached. The proposed
amendments are
highlighted.